Mohawkite and Triplite Physical Properties

Mohawkite

Triplite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.85-3.94

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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{010} Good, {100} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.55-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Mohawkite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mohawkite and Triplite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Mohawkite and Triplite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Mohawkite and Triplite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mohawkite and Triplite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mohawkite and Triplite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mohawkite is 3.85-3.94 whereas that of Triplite is 3.85-3.94.